Rickys River Bar & Restaurant

I still cannot get over how good Ricky’s was. We started with oysters and honestly they were the best oysters I have ever had, and I’ve had a few! Came with some vinegary condiment - I’m not really selling that I appreciate that - but it was really good! For mains I had the crab spaghetti, and if you go you absolutely have to order this. It is non negotiable. The flavour was unreal. My partner had the fish of the day which was yellow snapper, paired with the cauliflower side. We couldn’t stop talking about how incredible everything tasted. To finish we shared the cheese and crackers which were such good value at $24 for two cheeses. It came with a generous assortment of crackers, fruit toast, quince paste, fig and even raisins. Such a perfect way to end the meal. The setting was stunning. We booked a table for 4.30pm which was the perfect time for the sunset. Sitting by the window as the light changed was just beautiful. Inside, the atmosphere was warm and elegant with soft lighting from chandeliers creating such a relaxed and special feel. The staff were brilliant. So kind and attentive, constantly checking in to see if we needed anything, topping up waters and even lowering the blinds when the sun was a bit strong. Service was flawless and made the whole experience even better. It’s easy to access and there are plenty of tables, though it does get busier later in the evening. You can also get a ferry straight from the restaurant to Hastings Street which is such a fun touch, although we missed the last one when we left around 6.30pm. Yes, it is on the expensive side, but you can see exactly why. The quality, the atmosphere and the service are all worth it. We will absolutely go back. In fact, we loved it so much that we booked our parents in for the following night because we knew they would love it just as much as us.

A Birthday Lunch to Remember For my birthday lunch, I couldn’t have been happier with the entire experience. The location was stunning, the food was absolutely heavenly, and the service was exceptional from start to finish. It’s clear the team at Ricky’s genuinely strive to make your visit memorable. We had dined at a well-known Brisbane restaurant the night before, but I would choose Ricky’s over it any day of the week. My international guests were also blown away — both by the incredible flavours and the thoughtful recommendations made by our wonderful waitress. Thank you for making my birthday lunch so special. I can’t wait to return!

One of the best restaurants along the river (come during day light to see the Bewick river) with outstanding services and dishes. Everything is to perfection and the passionfruit souffle is a must try! Unfortunately we had a table next to an extremely noisy table of 9 girls screaming and shouting at their own excitement, disregarded and disrespected everyone else. We will ask to be away from the big tables in our next reservation.

The food was tasty—every bite was packed with flavor and beautifully presented. The service was also great. My only critique is that the portions were quite small for the price. At $300 for two if you order from a la cart menu there should be a lot more food to share. However for $150 / PP for tasting menu the serving portions were too small. Pasta was literally 2 bites, fish was around 50g - 80g, same for the beef. Understand it’s the tasting menu however it’s the first time we need to top up with a burger afterwards.

We celebrated our anniversary at Rickys, and it was truly an evening to remember. We were given a fantastic table with stunning sunset views down the river — it set the perfect tone for the evening. The food was absolutely sensational, each dish beautifully prepared and full of flavour. A big thank you to the Maitre D Steve, who was very kind and ensured we had a wonderful table — it truly made our night feel extra special. Our French waitress, Margot, was an absolute delight — charming, engaging, and incredibly attentive throughout the evening. Her warm and thoughtful service added so much to our experience. Highly recommend Rickys for a memorable and elegant evening!

We did dinner at Rickys and the sunset views of the Noosa River are the perfect backdrop. From the moment we walked in we felt we were in for a great experience and it was. The decor is lovely and tables all have views. Our waiter Darren was a great guy - so friendly that when we left we were close to being buddies! His knowledge of the F&B menus and his recommendations were much appreciated. We went for wines by the glass from the $35 mark down to the $14 mark (loved that Sicilian Grillo) & each was lovely. We mixed small dishes as a starter and had some lovely taste sensations - olives have never tasted so good!! Our lamb back strap & red emperor main dishes were superb and everything was beautifully presented and bursting with 'different' flavours. It's not a cheap experience but it delivers in spades so the expense is well justified Highly recommended!

My partner booked a lunch at Ricky’s to celebrate my birthday with my parents. Unfortunately, my parents had a punctured tyre on the freeway just before arriving. When we called the restaurant to let them know, the first thing mentioned was the 120 dollar per person no show fee. We explained we were still coming, but there may be a delay while the car was safely sorted with the tow truck. We kept the restaurant updated with several calls, and to their credit, when we did arrive, we were greeted warmly and seated at a lovely table by the water with a great view. We ordered drinks which came out promptly, and then looked over the menu. Three of us were interested in the tasting menu, while one preferred to order a main. There was no mention on the menu that the tasting menu had to be ordered by the whole table, so we were surprised when the waiter advised us that all four of us would need to order it. At 160 dollars per person, this is something that should definitely be clearer on the menu. After a quick check with the kitchen or management, they agreed to allow three of us to do the tasting menu while the fourth could order their preferred dish. That flexibility was appreciated. A minor hiccup occurred when the ladies went to the bathroom and someone closed and locked the access door back into the restaurant. They had to exit through a side door and re-enter through the front. Small thing, but not ideal. The food itself was beautifully presented and very flavoursome, though the portion sizes were small enough that we added a side to feel satisfied. The overall experience was relaxed and unrushed, with our lunch lasting about two and a half hours, which suited us fine. For four people, with two drinks each, the bill came in just under 900 dollars, so definitely a premium dining experience, but not unexpected for a venue of this quality. Despite the initial confusion and a few small things, my partner loved it and has already called it her new favourite restaurant on the Sunshine Coast. We will be back.

Lovely place. Beautiful interior design. Good service. Everything was cooked perfectly. I enjoyed the mahi mahi fish. The parfait was delicious! We almost ordered a second one after sharing the first one. Wines were a bit boring tbh, we tried 3 wines BTG, and all of them were pleasant but nothing exciting. Blood orange margarita was fantastic!